[9], Sometime later, Ikkaku, while walking around the 11th Division barracks, was greeted by Renji Abarai, a fresh transfer from the 5th Division. By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. [48], Unlike the three others, who are successful in defending their pillars, Ikkaku is defeated in his fight against Poww, who destroys the pillar he was guarding. As he thinks he has the upper hand, Ikkaku switches the sheath and blade, surprising him, and slashes the Arrancar's face, breaking the remains of his mask in two. When Poww, wondering if Shinigami pray to a god, asks who he prays to, Ikkaku is perplexed by the concept too. They had an encounter with Kenpachi Zaraki and Yachiru Kusajishi before they entered Seireitei. Ikkaku realizes Ichigo sealed his wounds. First Appearance Grimmjow Jaegerjaquez stabs Rukia Kuchiki with his hand. As Moe lands several seemingly critical hits on Ikkaku, he continues to fight as if unaffected. Ikkaku has a scar, which he gained while fighting Ichigo Kurosaki during the Ryoka Invasion, running down the left side of his chest. [70] Soon afterward, Ikkaku, Yumichika, Hisagi, Renji, Rukia, and Byakuya confront the Sternritter gathered at Ichigo's location. [2] He wears the standard Shinigami shihakush, with the exception of no tabi with his sandals. Ikkaku's skills are on par with the average Gotei 13 captain. With Edrad emitting a jet of fire from the opening on his left shoulder to push Ikkaku back with a burst of flame and Ikkaku skidding back through the air, Edrad mentally deduces that rather than enhancing Ikkaku's Kid, speed, or even defensive ability, Rymon Hzukimaru is simply a huge amount of energy with tremendous destructive power, though he observes that such an offense-focused weapon is vulnerable to damage upon seeing that the spade is missing a chunk of its blade. [18], Later, Ikkaku and Iba, resting after their battle, drink with each other. Trying to goad him, the Arrancar states a Shinigami who refuses to release his Zanpakut is a shame, but Ikkaku states he is the one who needs to release. Enhanced Endurance: Ikkaku has an incredibly high level of endurance, able to ignore most injuries without noticeably affecting his performance. Because he wants to use it as a secret weapon against zaraki. The Power that Breaks Everything (!, Ikkaku bankai! Affiliation Japanese [33], When Edrad lifts up his fist, Ikkaku states there was never a difference in their power. After Rukia encases Bazz-B's arm in ice, Ikkaku tells the Sternritter they should die right now if they want the Shinigami to leave, prompting Yumichika to note this does not make very much sense. When Ikkaku states the Arrancar will need to release his Zanpakut in 5 or 6 more attacks, the Arrancar, mocking Ikkaku for boasting of his own prowess when he should be cowering in fear at the opponent he will surely lose to, releases his Zanpakut, introducing himself as Edrad Liones. When Iba, saying Komamura's Bankai is amazing, notes the difference between the captain's Bankai and his is like night and day, a shocked Ikkaku looks on as Iba, asking him if he did not think he would notice, promises not to tell his captain. Powers & Abilities. And they're both made of metal. Master Swordsman: Despite being ranked as the lieutenant of his division, his rank does not reflect his fighting abilities, which are of near-captain level. Asking why he was screaming for death if he loved to fight so much, Zaraki explained to him a philosophy to follow for people like them: only admit defeat after death, and when you survive, consider yourself lucky and only think about killing the man who failed to kill you. Division Side note [60] Along with the captains, he looks on as Ichigo breaks apart the last remaining pocket dimension with his Bankai. [51], As Komamura's Bankai dissipates, an amazed Ikkaku looks on. After noting a number of Humans could get caught up in the fight and their safety is the top priority while building repairs can be paid for by the Eleventh Division as usual, Yumichika explains that the other Arrancar likely being more powerful than expected as well means that identical spatial freezes should be placed around the opponents of 10th Division Captain Tshir Hitsugaya, Lieutenant Rangiku Matsumoto, 6th Division Lieutenant Renji Abarai, Rukia, and Ichigo as well so they do not take any chances, and once this is acknowledged, Yumichika solemnly requests a division funeral be prepared for Ikkaku as well, shocking Keigo with his belief that Ikkaku will die. After Yukio Hans Vorarlberna explains the new powers of his Fullbring, he is stabbed in the back by Ikkaku, who, saying Ichigo is being too lax, tells him to not hold back at this stage in the battle. [52] As Ikkaku notices Komamura standing behind Iba, he, wiggling his ears, tells them not to worry, for his ears appear to be failing him today.[53]. November 9[1] Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. [74], Ikkaku notes he cannot see Mayuri, but knows him from his voice. Yumichika reprimands him for speaking in such a way, asserting that if they got involved, their captain would probably get mad at them for doing something wrong. Ikkaku uses his muscles to pop his shoulder back into place. As they both notice each set of footprints has one foot bare while the other has a sandal, Yumichika concludes a Hollow is not responsible for the disappearances, and Ikkaku orders them to continue searching for clues.[64]. A wounded 11th Division 3rd Seat Ikkaku Madarame battles Edrad Liones through the streets of Karakura Town using his Zanpakut, and after leaping back to avoid a high kick from Edrad, he questions why Edrad is not using his own Zanpakut, which he assumes could just be for show. [44] The Arrancar is defeated by Hitsugaya before he harms any of his captives. For that reason alone he became a Soul Reaper along with his childhood friend, Yumichicka. At least Lisa's got a gigantic pole/pillar in shikai. Initially against it, Zaraki was persuaded upon realizing the two had fighting traits similar to his. Intervening, Ikkaku and Yumichika wish to fight against the lieutenants, for they think they are not good enough to take on Zaraki. Edrad activates his Resurreccin, Volcnica. that's right, still vice captain The two continued to battle, with Ikkaku trying to overwhelm Zaraki, though unable to wear him down, only succeeding in receiving wounds while Zaraki remained untouched by his blade. If Ikkaku fought seriously, he would have beaten both Edrad and Poww with less trouble. [19], Soon afterwards, Ikkaku hears the message from Lieutenant Isane Kotetsu about the traitorous actions of 5th Division captain, Ssuke Aizen. Why was ikkaku is so weak? Yumichika Ayasegawa explains Ikkaku's status to Keigo Asano. [36], Afterwards, both Ikkaku and Yumichika go to Keigo's home as a part of an earlier agreement for saving him from the Arrancar. After laughing at the notion of 5 people and a cat saving Rukia, Ikkaku, telling him where she is being held, tells him if he is the strongest in his group, he should watch out for his captain, Kenpachi Zaraki, who will surely be looking for him. His spiritual energy is red. 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Kid: Typical of a member of the 11th Division, Ikkaku has no capability in Kid.[114]. For more information, please see our JavaScript is disabled. Promotional artwork of Ikkaku wielding Hzukimaru. he's not a vice captain. How did ikkaku lose? Ikkaku is blasted with powerful flames by Edrad. In the manga, Edrad's facial wound disappears during some panels after he activates. She's the sweetest and most doting mother Ichigo could have asked for, explaining why he's devastated by her death. With Rukia being thrown to the ground by Grimmjow, a shocked Ichigo rushes toward Grimmjow, who grins sadistically over his shoulder at Ichigo. Stating he has no intention of becoming a captain because it would mean he could no longer fight under Captain Zaraki, Ikkaku says just as Renji's desire is to surpass Captain Byakuya Kuchiki, his is to fight and die under the command of Captain Zaraki. This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. [65] Later, Ikkaku is notified by Rin Tsubokura Ichigo is currently heading to Soul Society. [86] He panics when Zaraki's entire body begins to twist after he heedlessly attacks a second time. [104] Ikkaku sent Hzukimaru flying several meters away and through solid rock with a single attack. As a surprised Ikkaku becomes irate at the thought of having been saved by his own enemy, Ichigo asks him where he can find Rukia Kuchiki. Seeing Mayuri still standing before Pernida, Ikkaku tells him to run before demanding to know why he is so happy about this situation. When Ikkaku comments on a lightning strike, Iba, scolding him for being ignorant, states it was not a lighting strike, but Kid, and it would not have reached them, for it was a targeted attack. Mayuri was a deranged criminal who'll plant bombs into his own squad yet was made into a captain. Ikkaku Madarame battles Edrad Liones through the streets of Karakura Town. [41] Ikkaku is surprised at Luppi's release, which gives him eight tentacles to control. [30], As they continue to fight, the Arrancar is overpowered by Ikkaku's unique style of fighting using both his Zanpakut and sheath. As Mayuri leaves, Ikkaku, telling Zaraki about what direction Ichigo went and why he was there, describes him and how he told him who Zaraki is. Ikkaku and the captains prepare to return to Soul Society. After the division lost several members, Ikkaku, showing up to fight it, was stopped by Zaraki, who decided to kill it himself. Volume 10, Chapter 85 The two collide, resulting in Hzukimaru breaking further, and a grievous wound is dealt to Ikkakus arm. Seireitei, Soul Society Ikkaku gathers with the other lieutenants and Ichigo. Scolding Ikkaku, he tells him his job was to protect the pillar, and yet it was destroyed. As one of their subordinates tells them not even one child can be found, another brings them to a group of footprints which lead to one place before disappearing. With Edrad forced to partially draw his own Zanpakut from its sheath on his hip to defend himself, Ikkaku dryly observes that he realized his vulnerability and chose to keep his arm. He intends to fight and die under the leadership of Kenpachi Zaraki no discussion no further questions I like when he makes that quote. Other uncategorized cookies are those that are being analyzed and have not been classified into a category as yet. Jos Javier Serrano (Spain)scar Flores (Latin America). It isn't permanently destroyed but currently it can never be fully repaired either. After the death of the Soul King, when the worlds start to crumble, Ikkaku watches as Ukitake uses Kamikake to call upon the power of Mimihagi and take the Soul King's place. Subete o kudaku chikara) is the one-hundred eighteenth episode of the Bleach anime. Ikkaku hides the fact he has achieved bankai because his only goal is to surpass his captain, Kenpachi Zaraki. If Ikkaku would've told about his bankai, he would've been assraped by his captain. During an address to his division, Zaraki was greeted by Ikkaku and Yumichika, who had become Shinigami and joined the division. After clashing, resulting in both of them receiving small cuts near their eyes, they exchange names. Ikkaku was one of Ichigo's first opponents during the Soul Society arc, a tough-talking member of Squad 11 with a distinct love of battle, just like his Captain. Ikkaku's injuries as depicted in the manga. [12] After applying ointment from the hilt of his sword to stop the bleeding and telling Ichigo he is not sure what to make of him, Ikkaku asks Ichigo who his teacher is. These cookies track visitors across websites and collect information to provide customized ads. According to Yumichika Ayasegawa, Ikkaku was the 2nd strongest man in the 11th Division when he was the 3rd Seat. When Ichigo cuts Hzukimaru in half, cutting deeply into the center of Ikkaku's chest at the same time, Ikkaku, laughing, tells Ichigo he should give up since he can still hold his sword. Suddenly, with Edrad pointing out that he cannot counter this much Reiatsu, Ikkaku stops himself in midair with Hoh, to Edrad's surprise, and releases his Shikai, Hzukimaru, to continue fighting with a smirk while Edrad follows him into the air and attacks with a flaming punch that breaks through Hzukimaru and sets Ikkaku on fire, leaving him to fall and crash into the street below in a trail of smoke. [21], Along with Yumichika, Rangiku Matsumoto, Renji Abarai, and Rukia Kuchiki, Ikkaku is part of the advanced force led by Captain Tshir Hitsugaya to defend Karakura Town from the threat of the Arrancar. [81] When Nanao confronts Zaraki over his desire to search for Yachiru, Ikkaku watches nervously from the sidelines. Anime After Ichigo and Ganju get into an argument about possibly fighting, Ganju runs away. Ikkaku Madarame ( , Madarame Ikkaku) is the lieutenant and former 3rd Seat officer in the 11th Division of the Gotei 13, under Captain Kenpachi Zaraki. Unlike other Bankai, the Rymon Hzukimaru takes onna DRASTICALLY different shape and it forces Ikkaku to even use it differently. These cookies help provide information on metrics the number of visitors, bounce rate, traffic source, etc. [83] Later, when Yhwach absorbs Mimihagi and transforms into a swarm of black creatures that invade the Seireitei, Ikkaku, alongside Yumichika and Hisagi, activates his Shikai and begins fighting them off, but soon notes that there is no end to them. [22] Later, he, almost beating up Keigo Asano, is stopped by Rangiku, who, slapping him on the head, tells him if he does not stop, she will tell on him to his lieutenant Yachiru Kusajishi, prompting him to apologize. When the Wandenreich begin their invasion of Soul Society, Ikkaku, along with Yumichika, is among the Shinigami who go out to the battlefield. As Ikkaku tries to get up, he is told by the Arrancar to give up gracefully, for there is no need for him to be beaten into nothing. When Zaraki emerges from the medical room, Ikkaku expresses surprise at him being able to move. Because if it's not, there are quite a few Captains who aren't fit. Descending to the ground, Edrad advises Ikkaku to give up since knowing when to quit can be a virtue for a warrior and warns Ikkaku to not get blown to pieces, but Ikkaku simply grins at him, prompting a disappointed Edrad to slam his fist down onto Ikkaku in a huge pillar of flame. Ikkaku releases Hzukimaru to combat Edrad. After Mayuri thanks Zaraki for exposing the true nature of The Compulsory and giving him a reason to improve Ashisogi Jiz, Ikkaku angrily notes that Mayuri sent him against Pernida on purpose, and is further annoyed when Mayuri refers to Zaraki as a "noble sacrifice". Further, Ikkaku's Ryumon Hozukimaru grows proportionately stronger with time, which is why he keeps the fight going on indefinitely. 3rd Seat of the 11th Division During this, Edrad tells Ikkaku an Arrancar's Zanpakut is sealed with the core of their power inside their body, differentiating them from the Zanpakut wielded by Shinigami, and concludes releasing their Zanpakut also releases their true power and appearance, meaning this is his true form and Volcnica is his true power before generating flames in his fist and firing a powerful blast at Ikkaku, who is sent flying back several blocks through Karakura Town. To top it all off, Ikkaku's Bankai (and Shikai too, for that matter) are extremely brittle, meaning that he can't withstand the heat of battle for . Ikkaku hides the fact he has achieved bankai because his only goal is to surpass his captain, Kenpachi Zaraki. As Ikkaku tries to get up, Poww steps on his back, causing him to scream out in pain.